Wholly Frijoles - Lincolnwood, IL 60712 | Metromix Chicago

Wholly Frijoles



3908 W. Touhy Ave.

Lincolnwood, IL 60712
847-329-9810
Price range: $$ ($9-$15)
This tiny eatery specializes in traditional Mexican food with a twist. Chef/owner J. Carmen Villegas got his start with Lettuce Entertain You Enterprises, working at the acclaimed Pump Room. Popular entrees include braised lamb and chicken breasts stuffed with poblano peppers, cheese and mushrooms and served with a side of chipotle mashed potatoes.

Getting There

Parking:
Free Lot

The Basics

Hours:
Lunch 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Monday through Saturday; dinner 4-9 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 4-9:30 p.m. Friday, 4:30-10 p.m. Saturday.
Cuisine:
Mexican, Tacos/Burritos, and American Tex Mex
Meals Served:
Dinner and Lunch
Price Range:
$$ ($9-$15)
Reservations:
Not Accepted. Can call ahead for dinner and be placed on waiting list.
Alcohol:
BYOB
Smoking:
No

Features

Carryout:
Yes. Call ahead.
Facilities:
Private Party and Banquet Facilities. Entire space can be rented for private functions.
Worth Noting:
3 forks.
Payment Methods:
American Express, Discover Card, Mastercard, and Visa
Seating :
For 25

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5


"Worth Leaving the City"

By mngirl from Lakeview, March 2, 2009

Everyone would believe it is a pain to drive up to Lincolnwood just for Mexican. Not true! I have now been there 4 times and every time it just g...

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"Fabulous Gem!"

By Kim from North Shore, December 11, 2007

Tucked away in a strip mall, this is one of the best Mexican joints I have gone to in years. The table service salsa is fantastically spicy, and t...

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"What's the big deal?"

By George A from southsider by birth,north by marriage, November 18, 2007

OK, so you don't want a little taco joint, fine, you want a mexican dinner. If you are a northside foodie with tunnel vision this is your spot. If ...

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